This book provides detailed and fully illustrated advice on choosing and using the appropriate type of light microscope for a particular application. The low-power stereomicroscope is described, and the many different types of condensers, objectives and eyepieces required for the high-power compound microscope are explained in detail. The book also describes the correct care and use of the microscope in order to achieve the best possible image, and provides a checklist to aid in the diagnosis and correction of problems. Practical step-by-step guidance ensures that the reader always obtains a clear image, Introduction to Light Microscopy is therefore an essential guide for amateur and professional users of the light microscope in all areas of science.
Breathtaking photographs reveal the secrets of the micro world, from algae to atoms, dust to GNA, and flies' eyes to flu viruses. Ages 9+.
Under a Microscope
Explores objects and organisms that can be viewed with a microscope and discusses various kinds of microscopes and microscopy techniques.
Explores objects and organisms that can be viewed with a microscope and discusses various kinds of microscopes and microscopy techniques.
Shows how to get the best from various types of microscopes, and suggests projects which reveal the detail of everyday objects.
Includes electron microscope images and experiments. The companion web site provides links to the recommended web sites described in the book.
This volume reveals the secrets of the micro world, from algae to atoms, dust to DNA and flies' eyes to flu viruses.
Under the Microscope